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William Bruntz, Haxtun, passed away in Fort Morgan on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020 at the age of 91.

Bill was born on Jan. 23, 1929 in Scottsbluff, Neb. to Fred and Mary (Wambolt) Bruntz. He married Luella Bartels on Aug. 3, 1945. In 1952, Bill enlisted in the United States Army. During his service time, he was a barber. He was honorably discharged in 1954.

Bill was a farmer, auctioneer, owned his own service station, truck driver, worked on trailers, trained students for truck driving and raised his cattle, enjoying every minute of it.

His is survived by his children Roger and wife Linda Bruntz, Rosella and husband Bob Avey, Randy and wife Karen Bruntz, Sr., Rita and husband Russell Rhoads, Rodney Bruntz, Sr. and Reva Bruntz; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; sister Wilma and husband LeRoy Hessler and numerous nieces and nephews.

Bill is preceded in death by his parents, wife and siblings.

Graveside services were held on Nov. 30 at the West Lawn Cemetery with Pastor Ben Poole officiating. Military honors were provided by the Nebraska Army National Guard and the American Legion Post #36 Honor Guard.